Just off the 99 near Kingsburg, CA is the Riverland Motel and its tall neon sign. A friendly and familiar sight, this marquee served
as sort of a beacon to those traveling up an down the 99. At least it
was. The Riverland Motel is still here. This marquee is not. Yes... it's
true. It's been backlit plasticized.

Del Mar Motel
Fresno, CAPhoto courtesy Dave & Debra van Hulsteyn

The Del Mar Motel in Fresno glows proudly at night. The motel sits proudly along motel row in Fresno.

Palms Motel
Santa Maria, CAPhoto by RoadsidePeek.com

The Palms Motel in Santa Maria still somewhat glows,
well at least a third of the letters, along the road. And yes, color TV
can be found here.

Gables Motel
Fresno, CAPhoto courtesy Devil Doll

The Gables Motel in Fresno features not just one or two,
but three roadside signs advertising the motel.

(Right) Here's the main marquee for the Gables

(Left) Check out the neon sign pointing the way into the lot

Here's the sign that sits atop the roof of the motel. The neon points
the way in.